Job title: HR Generalist - for our client, Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT)

Location: ** Tualatin, OR – in office**

Position Status: Part-time, 12-16 hours/week (Tuesday and Thursday preferred)

Looking for a role where your work has real impact?

At Xenium HR, we’re on a mission to transform workplaces for the better. You’ll join a team of passionate HR, Payroll, and Benefits professionals working with small and medium-sized businesses across the Pacific Northwest. We support businesses with limited or no internal HR resources, as well as companies with internal HR staff seeking expertise and training. We’re known for building strong relationships with our clients, so we can help identify what their business really needs to transform and thrive.

What it’s like to work here:

Providing transformational services starts within our walls. We’re invested in creating a positive, rewarding experience with opportunities to learn, grow, advance, and shape the workplace. Xenium offers an inclusive work environment where employees can both make a difference and succeed. If you value authentic relationships, service excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion—and want to work where everyone knows you and your name, Xenium may be the place for you.

How this role transforms workplaces:

• Works in partnership with Xenium team on all Employee Relations matters for the client.
• Supports client leadership with other aspects of HR duties and acts as a resource for employees in all different aspects of HR.
• Acts as point of contact for Human Resources and serves as the liaison between the client and Xenium; participates in the client meetings to discuss HR related assigned topics as needed.
• In conjunction with the HRBP, provides Human Resource guidance/compliance to client.
• Responds to HR questions from managers and employees as well as providing disciplinary and coaching support. Utilizes HRBP for assistance/guidance with technical and strategic HR issues.
• Works collaboratively with the payroll provider to deliver accurate and on time payroll which includes troubleshooting, entry of hours, maintenance and auditing.
• Assists client with auditing benefits billing for the accounting department.
• Assists client with Benefits and 401kadministration.
• Works with managers to ensure that all the proper documentation is in place for all aspects of HR.
• Participates in employee counseling and termination meetings as appropriate.
• Coordinates all aspects of terminations in conjunction with the Xenium HRBP.
• Works with the HRBP in implementing HR project deliverables to include: Employee Handbook, Job Descriptions, Wage Surveys, HR Audits, Employee Satisfaction Surveys, Performance Management Programs, Trainings and other client company objectives.
• Manages and assists in the development of people systems and recognition programs.
• Assists managers in the recruiting process which includes drafting and posting of the job opening, screening resumes and candidates, coordination of interviews, offers and pre-employment screenings (checking references, drug screen, and criminal background checks).
• Schedules and conducts new hire and benefits orientations and delivers follow-up paperwork to Xenium.
• Assists with tracking on-time performance evaluations. Reviews incoming performance evaluations for completeness.
• Works with the Xenium team to produce the appropriate leave paperwork and tracks all leaves for employees.
• Attends monthly safety committee, coordinates with Xenium and client on annual OSHA log for posting and for process set up.
• Assists client with administration of the workers’ compensation process, including quarterly submissions and potential annual audits.

Who you’ll work with:

HR Business Partner, Xenium Specialists, CRKT employees

Required experience and skills :

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year of college or university and two to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and work independently.
• Possess excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, attention to detail, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Display empathy while maintaining firm boundaries.
• Ability to work independently while developing and fostering critical interdepartmental relationships.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Preferred skills and certifications:

• Human Resource certification preferred.

Don’t meet every requirement? We’d still like to hear from you:

If you enjoy being part of a collaborative team, building relationships, and making a difference in workplaces, we encourage you to apply – even if you believe you don’t meet all of the requirements described. Studies have shown that individuals with marginalized identities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description. Our priority is finding the best candidate for the job, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Xenium HR is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusion and offering a learning and team-focused environment.

Total compensation and salary range:

Our total rewards philosophy is centered around the whole person, including comprehensive health and financial benefits and life balance resources designed to support the passion, commitment, and energy that is vital to our team members.

Xenium HR is committed to providing a competitive compensation package. The starting salary for this role is $32.85-35.47/hour, depending on experience. The hiring team will share more details regarding compensation based on your experience and location during the interview process.

Benefits:

Employee Assistance program

Wellness program

401k with match

Profit Sharing program

Perks:

Flexible work arrangement with autonomy and trust

Caring leadership

Massage (two per year)

Tuition/educational assistance for undergrad degrees

Professional development book clubs and cultural awareness & appreciation conversations

Regular training events

Peer Recognition & Reward program

Employee referral bonus

Business referral bonus

Monthly all-team meetings and team events

Community service

DEI and culture initiatives & teams

Discounts on Stoller wine

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